FMLA Specialist - Bilingual

Job description

GARNEY CONSTRUCTION The FMLA Specialist supports employee-owners with their leave and benefit needs, serving as a knowledgeable and compassionate resource throughout the leave process. This role is responsible for administering employee leaves, assisting with benefits enrollment, maintaining accurate leave and benefits records, and generating required reports. The FMLA Specialist ensures compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations while proactively resolving issues as they arise. Going above and beyond transactional support, this role focuses on educating employee-owners about available leave options and benefit programs to help them make informed decisions. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: - Respond to employee questions regarding FMLA, other leave programs, and short-term and long-term disability - Assist employees with the FMLA application process as needed - Maintain accurate leave records and ensure required documentation is completed and submitted timely - Review leave requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Process benefit updates related to Qualifying Life Events (QLEs) - Serve as the primary point of contact with the leave administration...